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State of the Air Force 2025
The Air Force is betting big on stealth, speed, and silicon. With President Trump unveiling the F-47—America’s first sixth-generation fighter jet—paired with AI-powered drone wingmen, the future of air combat just got a bold new outline. But innovation comes with trade-offs. As[...]
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Championing Legislation in Support of Minot AFB Spouse
When Jenetta moved to Minot with her military family, she brought her registered cottage bakery, Simple Treats, along with her. But she quickly ran into a problem—North Dakota law didn’t allow her to sell products online or across state lines, cutting off[...]
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Minot Recognized as a 2025 Great American Defense Community
Minot, North Dakota, home to Minot Air Force Base (MAFB) is one of the three communities recognized as a 2025 Great American Defense Community. The Association of Defense Communities (ADC) announced the three selected communities at the Defense Communities National Summit earlier[...]
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North Dakota Senate concurs on military zones measure, New Government Committee Created
A plan to create “impact zones” around North Dakota’s military bases is headed to the governor’s desk. The Senate gave final approval to SB 2398 on Wednesday, backing a new committee to review nearby development and protect base missions. The zones will[...]
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Economic development officials hoping to draw more airmen to Grand Forks
When airmen finish their service, many pack up and leave—but what if more of them stayed? That’s the question Grand Forks economic leaders are now asking. With low unemployment and high demand in fields like health care, manufacturing, and autonomous systems, the[...]
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Boeing wins Air Force’s next-gen fighter contract
After months of speculation, the Air Force is all in on a new chapter of air dominance—and Boeing’s at the helm. The announcement of the F-47, a sixth-generation fighter jet, marks a rare recent win for Boeing and a turning point in[...]
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Malmstrom AFB in Great Falls scrubs content to comply with DEI order
The Department of Defense has ordered the removal of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content from Air Force websites, erasing stories, photos, and articles that once highlighted service members’ cultural backgrounds and achievements. At Malmstrom Air Force Base, deleted posts included events[...]
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Minot AFB Expands with $177 Million in New Facilities
Improvements are underway at Minot Air Force Base. With more than $177 million in construction projects approved, the base is making major upgrades—including a $141 million helicopter operations facility to house the new MH-139A Grey Wolf helicopters. Other projects include expanded vehicle[...]
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As U.S. Allies Question Commitments, a New Nuclear Arms Race Looms
Longstanding efforts to prevent nuclear proliferation may be unraveling. With President Trump signaling a shift away from traditional alliances, U.S. partners like South Korea, Japan, and even Poland are considering nuclear programs of their own. France has floated the idea of extending[...]
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Minot State University Track & Field Team visits Minot AFB
A member of the 5th Maintenance Group presents atop a munition loading trailer to Minot State University Track & Field Team students at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, March 4, 2025. Many of the students had prior knowledge of the Air[...]
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Pentagon is placing probationary employees on leave in advance of mass firings
The Department of Defense has begun mass layoffs, placing thousands of probationary employees on administrative leave ahead of their expected termination. Officials say the cuts target poor performers, but no clear criteria have been provided. The move follows a broader effort to[...]
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Sen. Jeff Barta outlines revisions to military compatibility commission bill during committee hearing
As North Dakota weighs the future of development near its military bases, a proposed **military compatibility commission** aims to set clear rules for projects in these sensitive areas. Sen. Jeff Barta, the bill’s sponsor, sees it as a way to increase transparency[...]
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Ukraine’s ‘super soldiers’ bust stereotypes of what ‘lethal’ looks like
War has always been a test of strength, but Ukraine’s defense against Russia is proving that agility, innovation, and sheer willpower can rewrite the rules of battle. In just three years, Ukraine’s military has expanded nearly fivefold, turning civilians into highly effective[...]
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Major Military Shake Up: Joint Chiefs chair, CNO, Air Force vice chief, three top JAGs to be replaced
A shake-up is underway at the Pentagon. President Trump and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth are replacing top military leaders, including the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, the chief of naval operations, and several other key officials. The move comes amid[...]
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Pentagon to fire up to 61,000 workers, starting with 5,400 next week, says DOD
The Pentagon is set to cut 5,400 civilian jobs next week—the first wave in a broader effort to shrink its workforce by up to eight percent. With a focus on probationary employees, the move aligns with a White House push to eliminate[...]